Teaching Post Doctoral Lab Associate
Salve Regina University

Category:: Education
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Department:: Biology and Biomedical Sciences
Locations:: Newport, RI
Posted:: Nov 19, 2021
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-time
Position ID:: 139659

About Salve Regina University:

Salve Regina University, ranked as one of the most transformative colleges in the United States by Money Magazine, is a comprehensive Catholic University located in the scenic coastal community of Newport, Rhode Island. The University's commitment to academic success and personal discovery extends beyond its historic campus into a dynamic world where the application of higher thinking and skill are most valued. Salve Regina offers bachelor's and master's degree programs, graduate certificates, and doctoral programs in humanities, international relations and nursing. Enrollment includes more than 2,600 undergraduate and graduate students from across the U.S. and around the world.

Job Description:

BASIC FUNCTION:

• The Department of Biology and Biomedical Sciences at Salve Regina University encourages student learning through innovative pedagogy and mentored research experiences at the undergraduate level. Many courses in the curriculum include original research experiences. Most students take on an independent research project for at least one semester or summer. The department is housed in a newly-renovated science wing and maintains a diverse offering of state-of-the-art laboratory equipment. 85% of Biology graduates are in professional school, graduate school or a job in the field within 9 months of graduation.
• A grant-funded teaching postdoctoral associate position is available in the lab of Dr. Belinda Barbagallo in the Department of Biology and Biomedical Sciences. The candidate will conduct research aimed to understand the biological implications of developmental exposure to the environmental toxin PFOS using the Drosophila melanogaster model system. The candidate will also receive pedagogical training while teaching six contact hours a semester within the Department of Biology and Biomedical Sciences in the sophomore level cell biology course and their areas of expertise.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct independent research projects in line with the overarching research focus of the principle investigator.
• Present research findings at meetings and assist in writing manuscripts.
• Mentor undergraduate research students in the laboratory.
• Contribute to the Biology department teaching mission (12 contact hours per year).
• Teach courses both at the introductory and advanced level.

Requirements:

• Earned terminal degree in the field (doctorate in a related area of biology by time of hire).
• Experience addressing research questions using the Drosophila melanogaster model system. Experience with the C. elegans system is a plus.
• A strong background in genetics, molecular biology and/or biochemistry

Additional Information:

Salve Regina University offers generous benefits to eligible employees including:

• health and dental coverage
• life insurance
• long-term disability
• 403B plan
• tuition benefits and more

Salve Regina University strives to provide equal opportunity in employment and education to all employees, students and applicants. No employee, student or applicant shall be discriminated against or harassed on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal or state law, in the administration of Salve Regina's employment policies, education policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other University administered programs. In accordance with Title IX, it does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any of its educational programs or activities. Salve Regina is also committed to making its programs and campus accessible to its visitors and compliant with all applicable non-discrimination laws.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must apply online for any open staff and faculty positions by providing a cover-letter and resume. Pre-employment background checks and reference checks are required of successful candidates. Salve Regina University participates in E-verify.

URL: www.salve.edu